#17 - Lucia Guzman

Senator Lucía Guzmán is a lifelong leader and public servant. Born and raised in Texas by immigrant parents, Lucía has led an inspirational life. She studied theology and became an ordained minister, served for many years on the Denver School Board, and served as a Colorado State Senator from 2010 through 2019. In this episode, Lucía discusses her parents' move from Mexico to the United States, her upbringing in Katy, Texas, and the important role that school played in her life. We discuss her calling into the ministry, and how her faith built a solid foundation for her life in politics. She also explains some of the lessons learned from serving in elected positions, the importance of having respect for those you may disagree with, and why it is critical that we find a way to bridge the rural-urban divide.